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BAV โ WUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Baotou Airport (Baotou) to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a spectacular geological journey, transitioning from the golden sands of the Ordos Desert through the rugged Loess Plateau to the dramatic ridges of the Qinling Mountains.
Kubuqi Desert
The northern edge of the Ordos Plateau features striking golden sand dunes visible immediately after departure.
Loess Plateau
The world's largest loess area, showcasing unique terraced fields and deep erosion-carved gullies.
Qinling Mountains
The iconic geographic divide between North and South China, featuring high peaks and dense forest cover.
Han River
Watch the winding Han River as it snakes through the Hubei basin toward its confluence with the Yangtze.
Yangtze River Confluence
Dramatic views of the massive Yangtze River and its numerous bridges as the plane enters the Wuhan approach path.
The Right Side is ideal for afternoon flights to capture the warm light hitting the Qinling peaks. In winter, look for the sharp snow line on the Qinling Mountains, which marks the climatic border between northern and southern China.
Yellow River Bend
A sweeping view of the Yellow River as it loops around the Baotou region shortly after takeoff.
Lรผliang Mountains
The rugged, fractured terrain of the Shanxi plateau with deep valleys and rocky ridges.
Fen River Valley
A glimpse into the densely populated agricultural and industrial corridor of central Shanxi.
Danjiangkou Reservoir
The massive, clear-blue expanse of the reservoir that feeds the South-to-North Water Diversion Project.
Wuhan East Lake
Aerial views of one of China's largest urban lakes and the surrounding optical valley skyline during descent.
Choose the Left Side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. During night flights, this side offers better views of the sprawling city lights of Taiyuan and the industrial hubs of the Jianghan Plain.
Distance: 1,151 km (715 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: BAV (40.560001373291016, 109.99700164794922)
Arrival: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Route Type: Domestic
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